Job summary
Full Time - 37.5 Hours Per Week
An
opportunity has arisen for a full-time band 5 post within the Core Community
Mental Health Team (Barnsley). The service operates Mon-Fri 09:00- 17:00hrs.
You will join a Multi Disciplinary Team working in a blended agile/office
workplace, the service is flexible in our approach to a good work life balance.
The
successful applicant will be expected to work with clients under secondary care
mental health services as a lead professional.
You will
be working in a supportive multi-disciplinary team, and must be able to
undertake lone working in community settings with service users with a wide
range of mental health issues. You will also be expected to liaise with other
parts of statutory services as well as third sector organisations.
If you
would like any further information, or to visit the team, please contact 01226
645048 to speak to Marie Warren Team Manager (marie.warren@swyt.nhs.uk) or
Claire Parnham Clinical Lead (claire.parnham@swyt.nhs.uk).
Main duties of the job
Carry a caseload
of clients with Secondary Mental Health needs. This caseload will be allocated
and supported by senior colleagues.
Participate in a
Duty Rota with Senior Support.
Attend MDT
meetings.
Liaise with
Health and Social Care colleagues as well as third sector agencies.
All employees of the Trust are strongly
encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
About us
We
are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health
and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale,
Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are
the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is
to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this
by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ
staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a
difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage
and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value
diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being
a foundation Trust means were accountable to our
members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people
(including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join
us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving
the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and
help each year.
We
are committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and
vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this
commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible and
accountable for the assessment, planning, implementationand evaluation of skilled
interventions to address identified needs and risk for allocated clients on a
defined caseload. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of aCore CMHT.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
To work
as a member of an integrated multi-disciplinary team providing
comprehensive assessment of clients and their carers, planning,
implementing and evaluating skilled interventions to address identified
needs.
To have
knowledge of current issues and research relevant to the legislative
framework and systems in which mental health care is delivered e.g. CPA,
MHA (1983).
To
contribute to service development within the clinical governance structure
and policies and procedures of the Trust. Adhering to NHS guidance
outlined by the relevant statutory registration bodies.
Professional
Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to
the care of people referred. Devises a plan of care in partnership with
the person and carers. Implements the planned programme of care to ensure
a high standard is achieved. Reviews the effectiveness of the care
provided and where appropriate initiates any action.
To be competent in all aspects of care and
risk management as defined within the framework of the care programme
approach.
To work collaboratively with clients,
carers and multiple other agencies to provide effective care to optimize
and maintain clients mental health and overall functioning, ensuring needs
are met.
Management of enquiries and direct referrals of
people in accordance with the Core C.M.H.T. Operational Policy and
participates in the team duty rota. To participate in the team duty
rota.
Maintain professional registration and demonstrate
commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional
development requirements.
To be responsible for the safe custody,
transportation and administration of medicines including I.M.
preparations.(if appropriate to qualification).
For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible and
accountable for the assessment, planning, implementationand evaluation of skilled
interventions to address identified needs and risk for allocated clients on a
defined caseload. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of aCore CMHT.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
To work
as a member of an integrated multi-disciplinary team providing
comprehensive assessment of clients and their carers, planning,
implementing and evaluating skilled interventions to address identified
needs.
To have
knowledge of current issues and research relevant to the legislative
framework and systems in which mental health care is delivered e.g. CPA,
MHA (1983).
To
contribute to service development within the clinical governance structure
and policies and procedures of the Trust. Adhering to NHS guidance
outlined by the relevant statutory registration bodies.
Professional
Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to
the care of people referred. Devises a plan of care in partnership with
the person and carers. Implements the planned programme of care to ensure
a high standard is achieved. Reviews the effectiveness of the care
provided and where appropriate initiates any action.
To be competent in all aspects of care and
risk management as defined within the framework of the care programme
approach.
To work collaboratively with clients,
carers and multiple other agencies to provide effective care to optimize
and maintain clients mental health and overall functioning, ensuring needs
are met.
Management of enquiries and direct referrals of
people in accordance with the Core C.M.H.T. Operational Policy and
participates in the team duty rota. To participate in the team duty
rota.
Maintain professional registration and demonstrate
commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional
development requirements.
To be responsible for the safe custody,
transportation and administration of medicines including I.M.
preparations.(if appropriate to qualification).
For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse / Social Worker / Occupational therapist.
Desirable
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
Experience
Essential
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing mental health problems.
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings.
- Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers.
- Ability to deliver a range of therapeutic techniques which can be incorporated into one to one and / or group interventions.
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings.
Desirable
- Ability to support colleagues and supervise students/trainees.
- Experience of working.
- holistically with adults with an emphasis on coexisting mental and physical health needs that impacts on wellbeing.
Training
Essential
- Assessment and care planning skills and risk assessment and risk management.
Desirable
- Relevant Post basic qualification and training.
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act & Safeguarding.
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance.
- Knowledge of working collaboratively with people and their carers to ensure their involvement in the assessment and care planning process.
- Shows awareness of cultural diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care.
- Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carer services/ issues/ assessment.
Desirable
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carers services / issues / assessment.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post.
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work on as part of MDT.
- Good communication skills. Ability to work on own initiative, with reference to policies and procedures.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
- A willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of services users and the team including extended hours.
- Reliable and enthusiastic.
- Motivated and resourceful.
- Professional attitude.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse / Social Worker / Occupational therapist.
Desirable
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
Experience
Essential
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing mental health problems.
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings.
- Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers.
- Ability to deliver a range of therapeutic techniques which can be incorporated into one to one and / or group interventions.
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings.
Desirable
- Ability to support colleagues and supervise students/trainees.
- Experience of working.
- holistically with adults with an emphasis on coexisting mental and physical health needs that impacts on wellbeing.
Training
Essential
- Assessment and care planning skills and risk assessment and risk management.
Desirable
- Relevant Post basic qualification and training.
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act & Safeguarding.
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance.
- Knowledge of working collaboratively with people and their carers to ensure their involvement in the assessment and care planning process.
- Shows awareness of cultural diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care.
- Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carer services/ issues/ assessment.
Desirable
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carers services / issues / assessment.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post.
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work on as part of MDT.
- Good communication skills. Ability to work on own initiative, with reference to policies and procedures.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
- A willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of services users and the team including extended hours.
- Reliable and enthusiastic.
- Motivated and resourceful.
- Professional attitude.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
